South Midwest HERC

The individual in this position is responsible for providing obstetric and gynecologic sonography services and procedures for patients at all SIU ultrasound sites under direct supervision of a registered sonographer.

1. Conduct standard sonographic exams on obstetric and gynecologic patients under direct supervision.
2. Prepares patients for ultrasound examination/procedure. 
3. Assist attending physician in the performance of obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound guided procedures and examination.
4. Completes the sonographer's portion of the imaging report with accurate information, including CPT codes for billing purposes. 
5. Accurately completes Touchworks encounters for billing of ultrasound exams and procedures.
6. Assists with chart prep for the Sonography Unit. 
7. Assists with cleaning of ultrasound equipment and exam rooms.
8. Assists with stocking of ultrasound supplies in exam rooms.
9. Rotates through all sites/locations covered by the Central Sonography Unit.
10. Works varied hours based on clinic needs. 

1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Current/valid registration, certification or licensure in Medical Sonography, accreditation in sonography by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS).
3. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.

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SIU School of Medicine was established in 1970 with a mission to educate physicians for central and southern Illinois. We are a medical school with four areas of excellence: medical education, patient care, research and community service. SIU School of Medicine provides education to undergraduate medical students, medical and surgical residents, fellows, and physician assistant students. Our clinical practice, SIU Medicine, includes a team of more than 250 health care professionals including university physicians and faculty members who are collectively dedicated to providing excellent medical care, advancement of care through research, and training the next generation of physicians. As the premier provider of health care services, SIU Medicine offers both primary care and specialized treatment services including preventative and diagnostic. SIU works in partnership with hospitals and clinics throughout central and southern Illinois to meet the health care needs of our communities.

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